Nutrition Intern

Internship Summary

This is an unpaid internship designed to provide a hands-on, educational experience for students interested in collegiate athletics. Interns will gain meaningful exposure to the operations of a Division I athletic department supporting 30 varsity programs at the United States Military Academy, the greatest leadership institution in the world.

Through training, mentorship, and guided participation, interns will work alongside full-time professionals and explore how a high-performing athletics department operates. The internship emphasizes learning, professional development, and career exploration, offering students a behind-the-scenes look at college athletics while building transferable skills for the future.

• Internships are for a defined term and may be concluded at any time by either the intern or Army West Point Athletics Association Inc.
• Interns will be directly supervised by full-time staff members and will receive ongoing training, feedback, and mentorship throughout the internship.
• The internship is intended to support academic learning and may be eligible for academic credit, depending on the intern’s institution. Interns are responsible for confirming credit eligibility and requirements with their college or university
• Interns are not employees of Army West Point Athletics Association and are not entitled to wages, employee benefits, or future employment as a result of participation.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be a current college student or enrolled as a college student by September 2026 and provide proof of enrollment.
• Have a strong interest in college athletics and sports nutrition
• Possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in a multi-task setting.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and demonstrate strong listening skills.
• Work collaboratively with others in a professional, team-oriented environment.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and comfortable with online research.
• Be flexible to observe and participate in learning experiences during evenings, weekends, and holidays based on event schedules.
• Show initiative, reliability, and a positive attitude while assisting on a wide range of supervised projects.